Inventory Control Specialist

About the role

American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) is an industry-leading battery metals and critical material technology development and commercialization company. Our Pilot Plant just outside of Reno, Nevada will be the first integrated implementation of our multi-step processing train for the full mechanical processing, physical separation, chemical extraction, and production of commercial-scale battery metals that will be resold back into the battery manufacturing supply chain to enact a low-cost, low environmental impact, and domestically sourced closed-loop circular economy.

The Inventory Control Specialist is responsible for ensuring inventory accuracy at our recycling facility and offsite warehouse, covering raw materials, work-in-progress (WIP), and finished products. This role will help with data collection, serve as a model for safety and operational excellence, and provide support for shipping and receiving activities as required. The Inventory Control Specialist will report directly to the Logistics Manager.

Responsibilities

• Lead a culture of safety compliance, especially regarding material handling equipment
• Manage data and transactions within a Warehouse Management System and create reports to support management decision-making
• Establish and model quality control mechanisms
• Complete physical tasks as directed, including but not limited to pushing, pulling, gripping, twisting, reaching, etc.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area
• Manage the internal flow of raw material documentation and certificate creation
• Develop and implement cycle counts & root cause analysis to gather data to improve training material
• Conduct inventory cycle count and physical inventory programs
• Compile, verify and report daily and/or periodic statistical information to detect trends and maintain inventory health
• Research variances to determine root cause, whether process or behavior, and log information for operational review
• Ensure compliance with inventory processes and procedures as well as contractual obligations
• Maintain and communicate inventory accuracy or other metrics
• Other duties as required and assigned

Requirements

• Cycle count and fiscal year-end count experience
• Internal auditing experience
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., unassisted
• Experience operating a forklift or other pit equipment
• Demonstrated safety track record
• Skilled level of Microsoft Excel
• Willing to travel during the week to ensure offsite warehouse compliance
• Willingness to contribute at all levels of the organization and team
• Strong command of the English language, both written and verbal

Preferred qualifications:

• Shipping and receiving experience
• Inventory control experience
• Leadership experience

Physical Demands

• Ability to stand and sit for prolonged periods
• Ability to walk throughout the plant
• Ability to bend at the waist
• Ability to lift 25 lbs
• Ability to wear PPE, which includes but is not limited to: eye and face protection, hearing protection, respirators, and protective shoes and shoe coverings
• 20/20 or corrected vision
• Ability to perform repetitive duties
• Ability to work in environments that may include exposure to noise, dust, and chemicals for extended periods

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Company-sponsored health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Parental Leave
• Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program
• Stock options
• 401(K)
• Flexible paid time off

Pay

Expected pay range: $20/hr - $25/hr. Compensation for this position may vary based on factors including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The total compensation package may also include additional components such as bonus, equity, and benefits, which will be detailed upon offer of employment.